Who We Are
The Association of Independent Music (AIM) is a non-profit-making trade organisation for independent music companies in the UK. AIM represents 25% of the UK market, with over 850 members from small start ups to the largest and most respected independents in the world.
Benefits of Joining AIM
- Expert advice on setting up your independent label.
- The knowledge, contacts and advice needed to help sell your music.
- Help with all areas of your business:
- Marketing
- Digital distribution
- Sync licensing
- International
What our Members say
For such a young organisation AIM is an extremely mature voice for the indie sector.
Adam Armit, Circular Records
Events
28 May 2013 MusicTank: Follow The Money: Can The Business Of Ad-Funded Piracy Be Throttled?
Industry Event
09 June 2013 New Music Seminar 2013
Industry Event
18 June 2013 AIM FOR THE US 2013 - MUSIC MISSION TO NEW YORK
Industry Event
Members get discounts on events
News
AIM Announces the Return of Annual 'Women in Music & Entertainment' event - Jo Whiley To Top Stellar Line-Up!- 24 May 2013AIM's next Women in Music & Entertainment networking evening will see the legendary Jo Whiley and EMI UK & Ireland CEO Andria Vidler amongst the speakers. Tickets are available now and will sell out fast!
AIM Awards Warm Up Shows Announced! Scritti Politti and Little Comets To Headline Shows- 22 May 2013Esteemed members of the AIM Awards judging panel will curate a series of gigs taking place in London throughout the summer, showcasing the exceptional talent the independent sector has to offer. Xfm Head of Music Mike Walsh and renowned music journalist Pete Paphides are to curate the first two 'Warm-Up' shows for this year's AIM Independent Music Awards, with more announcements to follow. Tickets are available now!
Entries Open for the 2013 AIM Independent Music Awards - Enter Now!- 16 May 2013AIM is now accepting entries for this year's AIM Independent Music Awards! Fancy yourselves as Best Small Label? Got a band that could be the Best Live Act? Have you put out the UK's Best 'Difficult' Second Album? Enter the 2013 AIM Awards and you might just be taking home an iconic robot trophy on 3rd September.
ISM become AIM affiliate members- 29 Apr 2013AIM has announced that the ISM (Incorporated Society of Musicians) have become Affiliate Members of AIM, offering a discount for AIM members wishing to join the society.
